2001 BMW 735 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 735 | Delta 88 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3130 mm |
